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Morrissey will play Lollapalooza

posted by davidt on Wednesday March 10 2004, @10:00AM
Growup007 writes:

Morrissey will play Lollapalooza this year. From what I hear, it was just confirmed today.
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An article on Lollapalooza appeared in Billboard ("Lollapalooza Eyes Blend Of Success, Credibility" - Mar. 9, 2004) does not mention Morrissey but the source is credible.

Excerpt from Billboard article:

Lollapalooza is expected to hit the road in July and August. "There will be a bunch of good stuff," Geiger promises.
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  • Doesn't mention Morrissey, but mentions Cure, Pixies etc, so why would we believe that Moz will be on the bill? There's no proof whatsoever.
    Anonymous -- Wednesday March 10 2004, @10:40AM (#89859)
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  • pray for a decent line-up.
    eugenius -- Wednesday March 10 2004, @11:51AM (#89886)
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    I'm almost sure you can do better than that.
  • Dear God, I hope not..... Some random summer festivals are nice, but not a travelling lame-fest. Exspensive tickets, expensive food, exspensive parking, terrible seats, 30 minute(if you are lucky...) sets, horribly large venues, not to mention the types of crowds that you encounter at these things. The crowds at a lot of Morrissey shows are bad enough..... I wonder how many of the 'regulars' would follow the Lollapalooza tour around the country.....? No way in hell I would.
    Sharron Needles -- Wednesday March 10 2004, @01:18PM (#89905)
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    • Re:huh? by Anonymous (Score:0) Thursday March 11 2004, @02:13AM
  • Lollapalooza hasn't been any good in years. Sure they may have some decent people play but the sets are like 20 minutes and the ticket prices are for shit.
    The Handsome Devil -- Wednesday March 10 2004, @01:21PM (#89908)
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  • My fear (Score:3, Interesting)

    Dear Friends,

    I honestly fear that Morrissey would not be terribly welcomed at Lollapalooza. Historically, Lollapalooza has featured some "rough" acts (and always at least one hip-hop/R&B artist).

    When I think of Lollapalooza I think of Pearl Jam, Nine Inch Nails, Rage Against the Machine, Jane's Addiction, and other acts! I don't think Lollapalooza has a very diversified image. I might be wrong; I can't recall all of the line-ups...
    I have never been terribly impressed with much of Lollapalooza, although I try to keep an open mind-(?)

    I am afraid drunken individuals would "BOO" Morrissey, and that would simply break my heart.

    For example, when I saw 10,000 Maniacs perform their last tour with Natalie Merchant- a hideous thing happened. (This lovely concert was for "Our Time in Eden." The venue was Poplar Creek near Chicago, Illinois. I believe the year was 1994.) Anyway, Natalie Merchant was about to play "Everyday is Like Sunday." She introduced the song sweetly, saying: "Imagine yourself at a Morrissey concert!" People began booing and shouting obscenities. I was shocked beyond belief- I also almost cried. I thought her rendition was touching.

    Anyhow, I hope this posting makes sense. I could not believe the ill-manners at a 10,000 Maniacs concert. (By the way, World Party was the opening act.)

    Also, I would never be able to get close to the stage to almost touch Morrissey's hand at Lollapalooza. So I *will* go to Lollapalooza, but I think Morrissey would shine better in the smaller venues, and I think he knows that!

    Love,

    Ken Stavitzke
    sycophantic_slag -- Wednesday March 10 2004, @03:51PM (#89933)
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    • Re:My fear by Anonymous (Score:0) Wednesday March 10 2004, @04:23PM
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    • Re:My fear (Score:2, Informative)

      I would find it weird if Morrissey played Lollapalooza, and it would be annoying to have to see him in that context when I'd prefer to see a proper Morrissey concert. However, not every act that has played Lollapalooza is "rough." For example, Lush played Lollapalooza II, and Siousxie & the Banshees played Lollapalooza I.

      Also, while no doubt some people would boo Morrissey (how much so would depend on the other bands and what sorts of people they attract), it's also likely that enough of us Morrissey fans would be present in large enough numbers to ensure he gets lots of loving too. And I think we could really show the world something if Morrissey took the stage sometime in the middle of the Lollapalooza shows yet got the biggest audience reactions.

      But, no, I don't believe Morrissey will play Lollapalooza.
      LoafingOaf <reversethis-{moc ... otstnilfcitnarf}> -- Wednesday March 10 2004, @07:28PM (#89961)
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      Fuck it, Dude. Let's go bowling.
    • Re:My fear by Anonymous (Score:0) Thursday March 11 2004, @02:23AM
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  • ...it will be so strange for me to know moz is in town and not be at the show....
    VIVAMOZ <[email protected]> -- Wednesday March 10 2004, @04:41PM (#89946)
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    blame me! i didn't vote!
  • my prediction: Moz plays the first 3 dates, then leaves the tour (to much publicity, i'm sure). If he didn't like opening for Bowie in '95, he's not going to like doing this festival any better.
    Anonymous -- Wednesday March 10 2004, @05:58PM (#89954)
  • this is soundin the same as the Coachella rumours [bullshite], except this is even more unbelievable. though im sure Perry Farrell is a Morrissey fan, he doesnt really fit the bill [as many are pointing out].
    chrisarclark <[email protected]> -- Wednesday March 10 2004, @09:36PM (#89969)
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    "I'm just passing through here on my way to somewhere civilized and maybe I'll even arrive, maybe I'll even arrive..."
  • Morrissey, from deep in the heart of the Lone Star State, do not do this tour with others.

    Just come to Dallas & Austin as rumored. By yourself please.

    We will attend.

    Thanks.
    Lon -- Thursday March 11 2004, @04:23AM (#90001)
    (User #121 Info)
  • If Morrissey does play Lollapalooza I hope he does some solo shows too.I want to be able to get close to the stage and touch Morrissey`s hand.I want a whole show with Morrissey.
    tibby -- Thursday March 11 2004, @06:19PM (#90136)
    (User #2713 Info)
    ~I am a poor freezingly cold soul so far from where I intended to go ~I love Morrissey

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